Princeton Vehicle Accident Attorneys
Auto Accident FAQs
New Jersey auto accidents can create pain, destruction, and confusion in a matter of moments. However, it is important to keep in mind that ascertaining the scene of the accident as soon as you possibly can after the accident occurs will help details from being lost and could ultimately result in monetary damages received from the negligent parties who caused the accident. It is important to ask yourself the following questions after an accident:
Q: What should I do now that I've been in an accident?
A: First and foremost, it is important that you seek medical attention, regardless of whether or not you feel as if you feel as though you're hurt. Injuries may not present themselves at first, and it is always better to get a clean bill of health from a doctor than to just assume that everything is okay. Next, try to reconstruct the accident, writing down as many details as you can possibly imagine. It's a good idea to continue to write down details as days pass, as you may remember certain things days after an accident that you couldn't immediately after.
Q: The other driver caused the accident. What do I do now?
A: Even if you don't believe that another driver was at fault, it is a good idea to talk to a skilled New Jersey auto accident attorney as soon as possible after the accident. A knowledgeable lawyer will help you sort through the details of your accident, and will work towards holding negligible drivers accountable for their actions.
Q: I think I may have been at fault for the accident. What do I do?
A: Before you admit any responsibility for the accident, it is important that you consult a lawyer who will help speak on your behalf so as to avoid incriminating statements that may not even be true. Though you may suspect that the accident was purely your fault, it is still important to ascertain exactly what happened to cause your accident. There could have been any number of factors (such as dangerous road conditions) that could have contributed to causing the accident, and it is not fair for any one person to assume complete responsibility in that case.
Q: How can an auto accident affect my life?
A: Aside from a possible hike in car insurance rates if you are found responsible for the accident, you may have to endure jail time and pay fines if you are found to be the liable party. If you are a victim, injuries sustained may persist later on in life, any time spent having to recover from the accident can impact your job situation and financial well-being, and any psychological scarring from the accident may take an extended amount of time to heal.
Auto accidents can be extremely complicated, and it is vital that you have an attorney on your side that understands traffic law and the dynamics surrounding traffic accidents. At Lependorf & Silverstein, our NJ auto accident attorneys will help determine who is at fault for your accident, and will seek monetary compensation from negligible parties to help cover the costs of medical bills, physical therapy fees, and even past of future wages that have been lost as a result of the accident. Please call us for a free consultation, and we will do everything in our power to ensure that your rights are upheld in every way that they should be. Don't hesitate to contact us today.
If you or a loved one have suffered serious auto accident injuries in New Jersey, please contact Lependorf & Silverstein today for a free consultation.